Jophar
Jophar is a village located in Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Ramnagar (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Joffer is the gram panchayat of Jophar village.
Jophar has its own place in the vibrant Udhampur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jophar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jophar is 005094. The village spans a total geographical area of 1994.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182128. Ramnagar is nearest town to Jophar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Jophar
Below is a concise population overview of Jophar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,971 | 1,028 | 943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 190 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 286 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 179 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 566 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 462 | 608 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jophar village:
- The total population of Jophar village is around 1,971, including approximately 1,028 males and 943 females, with a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 375 children aged 0–6 years in Jophar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jophar village has 554 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 350 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jophar village is about 45.71%, with male literacy at 55.06% and female literacy at 35.52%.
- There are around 322 households in Jophar village.
Connectivity of Jophar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jophar. As per the 2011 stats, Jophar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jophar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jophar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jophar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jophar
- Where is Jophar located?
- Jophar village is situated in Ramnagar Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jophar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jophar is Joffer (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jophar?
- The pincode of Jophar is 182128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jophar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jophar is 1,971, with 1,028 males and 943 females.
- How many households are there in Jophar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jophar village has a total of 322 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jophar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jophar is 45.71%. The male literacy rate is 55.06%, while the female literacy rate is 35.52%.